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Private Beach! Year Round Secluded Forest Retreat in Port Franks. Hot Tub!

Family-friendly stay near Pinery Provincial Park

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A beach with calm waters, a boat, and a person paddleboarding.
A dining area with a wooden table, red chairs, a hanging light fixture, and large windows.
A reception desk with a green wall backdrop, a neon 'hey!' sign, a wooden sign reading 'PORT FRANKS', and a potted plant.
A modern living room with a black sofa, a wooden ceiling, and a neon sign reading "The Lanai".
A snow-covered outdoor area with a pool, surrounded by trees and a wooden fence.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Port Franks, ON
  • Place, Sand Hills Golf Resort
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Pinery Provincial Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Pinery Flea Market
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Port Franks

On lake.Stay at this Lambton Shores cottage and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Sand Hills Golf Resort and 6 miles (10 km) of Pinery Provincial Park. Lambton County Museum is within 6 miles (10 km) and Lambton County Library - Thedford is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sand Hills Golf Resort - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Pinery Provincial Park - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Lambton County Museum - 10 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Pinery Flea Market - 13 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Ipperwash Beach - 14 min drive - 9.4 miles

Getting around

  • Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grog's Pub & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ipperwash Beach Club - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Midori Sushi Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lizzy’s Country Catering & Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Grumpa's Place Fries and More - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private Beach! Year Round Secluded Forest Retreat in Port Franks. Hot Tub!

Betty has been busy! We are fully booked for Summer 2026- dm us if you’d like to be flagged first of any cancellations. Your next getaway is just 5 min to the area's only private, shallow, sandy beach. Spend your days at the beach, golfing, snowmobiling, hiking at the pinery or just relax and take in the views. We're located on a secluded, mature treed lot where you can enjoy a glass of wine or a cider from Shale Ridge and Twin Pines, barbecuing by the fire pits, or on the screened and heated Lanai.

If you don't see your dates available or would like a full availability calendar, please message us!

✅Large front and backyard, with 2 decks, screened sunroom, and covered front porch
✅Close to Grand bend and Pinery Provincial Park
✅2 firepits
✅BBQ
✅Hot Tub
✅Dogs welcome, upon request
✅2 min walk to Ausable river cut
✅Pinery Provincial park 5 mins away
✅Golf courses
✅Wineries

Book two nights November-March and receive a third night free! Perfect for booking a full weekend getaway- arrive anytime Friday and check out Sunday night or Monday am! *Holidays excluded. DM us and we will provide you with a custom offer or book your stay with third night instruction, subject to availability. Third night must be adjoining date to booked stay (day before or day after).

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Lanai
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Must agree to noise and STR bylaws provided prior to checkin.
Maximum 8 adults or up to 10 people total including children.
Renter must be 25+, ID verified prior to checkin. Age criteria must be met, subject to cancellation and refund, less $500 rebooking fee.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Private Beach! Year Round Secluded Forest Retreat in Port Franks. Hot Tub! to the airport?

This cottage is 36.4 mi (50-min drive) away from the Sarnia, ON (YZR-Chris Hadfield) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Private Beach! Year Round Secluded Forest Retreat in Port Franks. Hot Tub! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Private Beach! Year Round Secluded Forest Retreat in Port Franks. Hot Tub! to the beach?

This cottage is 11.7 mi (20-min drive) from Grand Bend Beach and 7.8 mi (14-min drive) from Ipperwash Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Private Beach! Year Round Secluded Forest Retreat in Port Franks. Hot Tub! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Private Beach! Year Round Secluded Forest Retreat in Port Franks. Hot Tub!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Private Beach! Year Round Secluded Forest Retreat in Port Franks. Hot Tub!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Private Beach! Year Round Secluded Forest Retreat in Port Franks. Hot Tub!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Private Beach! Year Round Secluded Forest Retreat in Port Franks. Hot Tub! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Private Beach! Year Round Secluded Forest Retreat in Port Franks. Hot Tub! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Private Beach! Year Round Secluded Forest Retreat in Port Franks. Hot Tub! to downtown Lambton Shores?

This cottage is 0.6 mi away from Port Franks.

Private Beach! Year Round Secluded Forest Retreat in Port Franks. Hot Tub! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nichol B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to stay, we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home and location. Host really.responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Even though not my home it felt like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a great place, the owners are awesome, every thing about the house is well though and nice, we had a great time staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hey Betty Inn

Fantastic place to stay, decor was fabulous
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wondeful place

We really enjoyed our stay. It was a really lovely home inside and out. We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

Fantastic experience! Our hosts were wonderful and the property was great! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host is very accommodating and responds quickly to your needs. The cottage is very well kept and comfortable, best place to relax and unwind. Will be back again soon. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely a gem, great for the family

Cannot express enough how much we enjoyed our stay at the Betty inn. The place was extremely spacious, location was wonderful, very clean and just incredible care taken in the decor. Such a fun place! The owners were so attentive and quick to respond to any inquiry. Can’t wait to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great winter get-away!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Beautiful home with all the amenities & charm! Perfect location for us to enjoy hiking at The Pinery and Dunes. Next time we make it back to this area, we would love to stay here again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing getaway

Beautiful cottage and hot tub! Great communication, will be coming back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

65th birthday family gathering

the spa like atmosphere and wooded location was perfect for family gathering-thanks to our hosts for making it so special-port franks beach was so relaxing and fun-will return one day
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious, for a family of 10

It was an adorable home. Large kitchen and dining area. Would certainly book it again Brenda
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage! Great host! Great family holiday!

This was the perfect spot for my family to getaway relax and enjoy Port Frank. Love that is was dog friendly. It was spacious clean and had everything we needed. Bonus hot tub and drinks on the Lania. The hosts answered any questions we had in a quick manner. Easy to to get to local attractions. We made many memories and my children got an education on Betty White and the Golden girls. Would recommend this place for sure and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron & Pat M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This is a perfect cottage for friends and family.

This cottage is very clean and beautifully decorated. Beds were very comfortable. I'm sure we will be back again. Pat M
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lina Maria R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect cute ans cozy cottage

I booked this for my partner's birthday and we had a great time. The location is great, the cottage was super clean and had lots of amenities. We were able to bring our dog which we're very happy about. The decor and art are wonderful, you can tell they've put a lot of time and effort into the place. We hope to be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing hosts!

What a beautiful cottage! Had everything we needed and then some! So clean and well maintained. The hosts were extremely thoughtful and helpful at every turn! Great location. Would highly recommend and would book again! Thank you so very much!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

The cottage was beautiful and was perfect for our last family vacation together with all of ours kids and their partners before my son moves moves away to BC with his fiancé. Thank you!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

What a great property. A surprise around every corner. We had a great time and felt so comfortable from the moment we stepped in the door. One of our favourites was the blanket wall; such a neat idea for a winter stay. Thank you for your hospitality and going the extra mile to make it a memorable vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marlo M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect weekend getaway

We enjoyed a wonderful weekend at Hey Betty Inn. Jeff was always available for any questions we had. We were actually able to check in early and begin the fun! The location is great for families. We walked to the beach, played games in the yard and enjoyed the fire pit at night. Definitely will return! Thanks so much for hosting our family get together
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Christmas Vacation

The large rooms, open concept and fireplace gave the home a very warm and inviting feeling and it had great ambiance. Kitchen was well stocked with all the necessities for cooking big meals and the large kitchen table was great as well for lovely dinners and board game nights! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent! We'll be back!

Wonderful house and grounds, exactly as described. Immaculate and has character. The location is great in a quiet wooded neighbourhood near the Ausable River, Lake Huron and Grand Bend. Jeff was great with checking communication and went above-and-beyond to help us check in early in order to avoid travelling during a blizzard. Overall, a truly wonderful VRBO experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Memories made at Hey Betty!

The appearance of this cottage exceeded our expectations and the layout allowed for privacy for me and my family in various areas throughout the cottage. A gorgeous spacious lanai as well as a couple comfortable sitting areas and a nice open concept kitchen. This is a perfect space for re connecting with friends and family. It was a short ride to the Private beach which is beautiful and not at all busy. I would highly recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a getaway at any time of year.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria Jose E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect beach home

I went to visit Port Franks with friends and we found this idyllic home near the beach. The decoration was welcoming and in every corner there was an easter egg that showed personality and whimsy. This place is truly a home away from home and even though the weather was not the best this place made the trip worthwhile with all their games, amenities, and features. Callandra, Jeff, and Betty have made a place that you will leave with a smile and will want to remodel your own home to recreate such a delightful environment. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024